Orono, ME Warnings, Watches and Advisories

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Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 3:19AM EDT by NWS Gray ME

* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures, which are currently only in the 40s across Sebago Lake, Lake Winnipesaukee, and in the region's smaller lakes and rivers. * The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on small boats, canoes, or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life jacket! * Breezy winds are also expected this weekend with gusts up to 20-25 mph from the southwest today and 25 to 35 mph out of the west on Sunday. If boating on large bodies of water, these strong winds can increase the likelihood of overturning your boat, canoe, or kayak due to increased wave heights. * Due to rain, area rivers continue to run fast with swift water currents. The swift water can easily overturn a kayak or canoe into the frigid river waters. Once in the cold water, the strong currents will make it difficult to reach safety.

Beach Hazards Statement issued May 16 at 2:19AM EDT until May 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

* WHAT...Warm temperatures in the 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of cold water temperatures which are currently in the mid to upper 40s. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Coastal Waldo Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...From this morning through this evening. Warm to hot air temperatures will continue through at least Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.

Beach Hazards Statement issued May 15 at 1:49PM EDT until May 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME

* WHAT....The warm air temperatures in the upper 60s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently in the low 40s. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Anyone on boats or paddlecraft should use caution and be prepared for immersion. Dress for cold water temperatures and know how to perform rescues.

Special Weather Statement issued May 15 at 1:30PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME

* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the upper 60s to mid 70s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the mid 40s on the lakes and in the mid 40s on the rivers. * The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone immersed in the water. According to the Maine Warden Service, when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life jacket!